Largo, FL
A 29-year-old female asked:
I have pots. i was feeling anxious and took my bp 98/83 82pulse right after sitting down the immediately took it again 101/72 82 pulse. is that ok?
1 doctor answer • 6 doctors weighed in

Dr. Joshua Libermananswered
Internal Medicine - Cardiology 22 years experience
Absolutely: Minute to minute small fluctuations in blood pressure are normal, especially if you are anxious or in pain or stressed.
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Last updated May 7, 2016
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